It is hard to believe that our season will begin in less than one week! We have almost 150 swimmers, and we cannot wait to get started! As we prepare for our first practice, we wanted to send out a few reminders and answer several questions that have been raised.

1. Practice begins Monday, May 10^th. The schedule is as follows:
   4:00 pm – 4:30 pm – 6 & under
   4:30 pm – 5:30 pm – 7 & 8
   5:30 pm – 6:30 pm – 9 & up
2. We are trying to limit the use of the bathrooms and changing facilities for Covid purposes. Please come dressed for practice with goggles and towels in hand.
3. During practice, no parents/spectators will be allowed on the pool deck. Please plan accordingly.
4. We have a very large group of 6 & under swimmers, and we will be doing our best to maintain spacing and appropriate groupings. A few important reminders:
   * Swimmers must be able to swim independently. This is extremely important during these Covid times.
   * Children must be able to swim the length of the pool or be very close to that goal. The coaches will be assessing swimmers the first week of practice to determine each swimmer’s ability to participate in the program.
   * If your child does not meet these criteria or if you have any questions, please contact Coach Katie Hillard. We will provide a refund, if necessary.
   * Our swim coaches do offer private swimming lessons. If you are interested, please reach out to Coach Hillard.
5. Age groups are based on the swimmer’s age as of June 1^st, however, swimmers may move up to a higher age group if desired. For instance, a child, age 6 as of June 1^st, will turn 7 over the summer and has just completed first grade. This child may choose to swim with the 7 & 8 year old group so that he/she can swim with his/her friends and classmates. Please contact Coach Hillard if you would like for your child to swim in an age group other than the one based on his/her age as of June 1^st.
6. If you missed the first swimsuit fitting, please stop by the pool between 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Tuesday, May 11^th for our final fitting. Our rep from Swim Atlanta will be there with sample suits and will deliver items ordered at our first fitting.

We look forward to seeing you at practice next week!

Coach Katie Hillard – [email protected]

Meredith Camp – [email protected]

Jenny Clay – [email protected]

Stephanie Patton – [email protected]